Shan Yu, Ph.D. Candidate, Mfa., Ms.
About Shan Yu, Ph.D. Candidate, Mfa., Ms.
Shan Yu is a UX Designer II with extensive experience in user interface design and human factors. They hold a Ph.D. in Human Factors and Ergonomics and have worked in various roles across multiple organizations, focusing on creating user-friendly designs and improving service delivery.
Current Role at MatrixCare
Shan Yu currently holds the position of UX Designer II at MatrixCare, where they have been employed since 2022. In this role, they focus on enhancing user experience through innovative design solutions. Prior to this, Shan worked as a UX Designer I at MatrixCare from 2019 to 2022, contributing to the development of user-friendly interfaces and improving overall usability.
Previous Experience in Academia
Shan Yu has a background in academia, having served as an Associate Instructor at Indiana University Bloomington from 2014 to 2015 for nine months. Additionally, they worked at the University of Minnesota in various capacities, including as a Research Assistant from 2015 to 2016 and as a Teaching Assistant from 2016 to 2017 and again in 2021 for five months. These roles involved supporting educational initiatives and contributing to research projects.
Professional Background in UX Design
Shan has over nine years of experience in UX design, having worked with several organizations. Their previous roles include Data Specialist at Starkey Hearing Technologies, Human Factors Engineer & UX Designer Intern at Medtronic, and Service Designer/UI/UX Designer at Treatment.com Inc. They also held positions at Worrell and AirVuz, LLC, focusing on human factors engineering and internal system design.
Educational Qualifications
Shan Yu has an extensive educational background. They earned a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Human Factors and Ergonomics from the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, completing their studies from 2017 to 2022. They also hold a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Digital Arts from Indiana University Bloomington and a Master’s Degree in Human Factors and Ergonomics from the University of Minnesota. Additionally, they obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Digital Media Art and Design from Beijing University of Technology.
Focus and Design Philosophy
Shan Yu focuses on transforming abstract information into tangible user interfaces, emphasizing human-centered design principles. They believe that effective design combines functionality with aesthetic appeal, addressing emotional needs while representing human identity. Shan strives to balance the roles of designer, inventor, and scientist in their work, aiming to create user-friendly interfaces for complex systems.